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African Export‑Import Bank (Afreximbank) has extended a USD 15 million SME Finance Facility to Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited under its Export SME Development Programme (ESDP).The facility will provide working capital and capital expenditure financing to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) operating within export value chains across key sectors of the Zimbabwean economy, including agribusiness, manufacturing, healthcare, […]
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By Angelo Anthony Angola is increasingly recognised by global investors as a market of strategic importance—not only for its resources, but for the way its institutions are improving how they engage international capital. With abundant natural resources, a young population and a strategic Atlantic coastline, Angola sits at the intersection of energy, trade and regional […]
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French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a €23 billion investment package for Africa during the Africa Forward Franco-African Business Forum held in Nairobi. This story is written and edited by Global South World The two-day summit convened African heads of state and business leaders as France moves to strengthen and reshape its engagement with the continent, […]
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Africa’s tourism is gathering pace. According to UN Tourism’s latest World Tourism Barometer, the continent recorded the fastest growth rate globally last year, with international arrivals up 8%. Several factors are driving this momentum: Governments are playing a key role through ambitious tourism policies, enhanced connectivity, and improved infrastructure. “Improved policies and connectivity, alongside evolving […]
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By Viren Sookhun, Managing Director: Workforce Staffing Africa and Middle East Global volatility has created gaps in the supply of oil to the world, which is a massive opportunity for Africa to step forward. Several countries on the continent have notable reserves of oil and gas, but up until now, there have been significant delays in […]
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Publication shares four years of lessons on how services, designed well and delivered with intention, shape whether investment creates jobs for young women across Africa. The Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund has released its second Learning Book, Investing for Impact: Designing and Delivering Services to Facilitate Job Creation. The publication shares what the Fund has […]
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By Natalie van Graan Global trade is fast being reshaped by converging forces: tariff fragmentation, geopolitical realignment, energy volatility and an escalating sustainability agenda. This continent has 60 per cent of the world’s best solar resources, critical minerals (copper, cobalt, lithium) for the green economy and a young, growing workforce. How can African businesses build […]
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Following the resounding success of the 2026 edition, the Africa Energy Indaba has officially announced its 2027 theme: African Energy – Pathways to Prosperity Connectedness and Cooperation The 2027 theme reflects a bold and timely vision for the continent’s energy future—one centred on strengthening connections across borders, markets and people to unlock Africa’s vast energy […]
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The country welcomed 10.48 million tourists in 2025, and arrivals grew by 11.8% in January 2026, consolidating its position as one of Africa’s standout destinations. In recent years, international tourism has undergone a profound transformation following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on global mobility. With borders reopening and international flights resuming, the sector began […]
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Tourism and investment leaders from across the continent are urged to attend the Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), taking place on 14 April 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) as part of World Travel Market Africa. Produced in partnership with JLL Africa, an affiliate member of UN Tourism, the one-day conference brings […]
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